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The Husband Hunters: American Heiresses Who Married Into The British Aristocracy
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A Deliciously Told Group Biography Of The Young, Rich, American Heiresses Who Married Into The Impoverished British Aristocracy At The Turn Of The Twentieth Century The Real Women Who Inspired Downton Abbeytowards The End Of The Nineteenth Century And For The First Few Years Of The Twentieth, A Strange Invasion Took Place In Britain. The Citadel Of Power, Privilege And Breeding In Which The Titled, Landowning Governing Class Had Barricaded Itself For So Long Was Breached. The Incomers Were A Group Of Young Women Who, Fifty Years Earlier, Would Have Been Looked On As The Alien Denizens Of Another World The New World, To Be Precise. From 1874 The Year That Jennie Jerome, The First Known 'Dollar Princess', Married Randolph Churchill To 1905, Dozens Of Young American Heiresses Married Into The British Peerage, Bringing With Them All The Fabulous Wealth, Glamour And Sophistication Of The Gilded Age.Anne De Courcy Sets The Stories Of These Young Women And Their Families In The Context Of Their Times. Based On Extensive Firsthand Research, Drawing On Diaries, Memoirs And Letters, This Richly Entertaining Group Biography Reveals What They Thought Of Their New Lives In England And What England Thought Of Them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Husband Hunters' about? A: 'The Husband Hunters' is a group biography that explores the lives of young American heiresses who married into the British aristocracy during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, providing insight into their experiences and the cultural dynamics of the time.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Husband Hunters'? A: The book is authored by Anne de Courcy, who conducted extensive research, including diaries and letters, to present the stories of these American heiresses.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: 'The Husband Hunters' was published on August 7, 2018.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which is durable and suitable for long-term use.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Husband Hunters'? A: 'The Husband Hunters' contains 320 pages, providing a comprehensive view of the subject matter.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in mint condition, indicating it is like new and has not been used or damaged.
- Q: Is there an illustrated edition of the book? A: Yes, 'The Husband Hunters' is available in an illustrated edition, which may include images that enhance the reading experience.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of wealth, social status, cultural exchange, and the challenges faced by American heiresses in a foreign aristocratic society.
- Q: Can this book be considered a historical account? A: Yes, 'The Husband Hunters' serves as a historical account based on first-hand research into the lives of American women who integrated into British society.
- Q: Is 'The Husband Hunters' suitable for readers interested in social history? A: Absolutely, this book is ideal for readers interested in social history, particularly the intersection of American and British cultures during the Gilded Age.